--- title: "Dòchas — check charity number SC051675 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dòchas a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051675. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/d-chas retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:09:11.661Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dòchas is a registered charity (number SC051675) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £17,119 (year ending 2025-04-05). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Dòchas? Registered charity number SC051675 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £17,119 ## What does Dòchas do? To manage and distribute a fund for the benefit of the community in an open and ethical manner o Maximise the amount of money that we can raise for the Dochas Project o Invest the money to maximise return o Maximise the benefit to the broad community o Engage the community at every stage ## What causes is Dòchas registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dòchas yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dòchas is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=d-chas&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dòchas a legitimate charity? Yes. Dòchas is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051675) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Dòchas's charity number? Dòchas's charity number is SC051675. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051675? Search SC051675 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Dòchas do? To manage and distribute a fund for the benefit of the community in an open and ethical manner o Maximise the amount of money that we can raise for the Dochas Project o Invest the money to maximise return o Maximise the benefit to the broad community o Engage the community at every stage Does Dòchas have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dòchas. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Dòchas? Dòchas does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC051675).